Vim Visual Cheat Sheet
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About Vim Visual Cheat Sheet
The Vim Visual Cheat Sheet is a single-page graphical reference for Vim navigation commands, designed specifically for programmers. Created by vgod (Tsung-Hsiang Chang) and available in both Chinese and English, it organizes movement commands by scale: character, word, line, paragraph, screen, and search. It also includes split window management and auto-completion shortcuts. The cheat sheet is available as a free downloadable PDF and PNG image, suitable for printing and quick reference.
Key Features
Movement by character (h, j, k, l)
Movement by word (w, b, e)
Movement by line (0, ^, $)
Movement by paragraph/block ({}, %, [])
Screen movement (H, M, L, G)
Search commands (/, #, *, f, gd)
Split window management (:split, Ctrl-W)
Auto-completion in Insert mode (Ctrl-N, Ctrl-P, Ctrl-X Ctrl-F)
Available as PDF and PNG for easy printing
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Visual layout aids memory retention
- Covers essential movement commands for efficient editing
- Free and open source
- Available in multiple languages (Chinese and English)
- Printable format (PDF and PNG)
- Specifically tailored for programmers with code-related commands
Cons
- Only covers navigation commands, not full Vim functionality
- Missing some advanced features like macros, registers, or visual mode
- Originally created in 2009, may not reflect latest Vim features
- Limited to basic editing commands (no copy/paste/delete coverage in detail)
Best For
Learning Vim navigation basicsQuick reference for programmers switching to VimTeaching Vim movement commandsPrinting and keeping beside keyboard for daily reference
FAQ
What does the Vim Visual Cheat Sheet cover?
It covers basic Vim movement commands organized by scale: character, word, line, paragraph, block, screen, and search. It also includes split window management and auto-completion shortcuts.
Is the cheat sheet available in English?
Yes, both Chinese and English versions are available. The English version can be downloaded as PNG or PDF.
Can I download the cheat sheet as PDF?
Yes, a PDF version is available for download and printing. There is also a PNG version.
Who created the cheat sheet?
It was created by vgod (Tsung-Hsiang Chang), a PhD student at MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab.
Is the cheat sheet free?
Yes, it is freely available for download and personal use.